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402 - Attributed to Pierre Mignard (Troyes, France, 1612–Paris, 16…
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Estimate €6,000 - €12,000
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Attributed to Pierre Mignard (Troyes, France, 1612–Paris, 1695) Portrait of Louis XIV Oil on canvas. Dimensions 63 x 49 cm; 83 x 71 cm with frame. A court portrait of King Louis XIV, depicted in half-length against a background of rich textile ornamentation in warm tones, emphasising the royal dignity and ceremonial sophistication characteristic of the French court of the Grand Siècle. The sovereign is clad in black armour with metallic sheen and a wide, meticulously crafted white lace ruff, whose delicate floral motifs lend luminosity and refinement to the ensemble. His long, flowing hair frames his youthful face, with its serene and distant expression, whilst the gilded medallion suspended on his chest underscores his aristocratic status and the symbolic trappings of monarchical power. The composition is built upon a sober and elegant balance, where the verticality of the figure and the subtle tilt of the face create a majestic presence of great psychological intensity. The execution reveals meticulous technique in the rendering of flesh tones, the translucency of the lace, and the reflections on the armour, combining descriptive precision with a soft, velvety brushstroke. The use of warm backgrounds and the control of lighting help to highlight the sitter’s nobility and the richness of the textile and metallic elements. The work belongs to the 17th-century French portrait tradition associated with the court of Louis XIV, where portraiture served as an instrument of political affirmation and a symbolic representation of monarchical absolutism. Its refined and ceremonial aesthetic fully reflects the visual ideals of the French Baroque, characterised by compositional elegance, ornamental luxury and the exaltation of royal authority, making this painting a remarkable testament to the European courtly imagination of the period.
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About the sale GRAND JULY AUCTION – FINE ART, OLD MASTERS AND JEWELLERY
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Auction time 07/15/2026 at 3:00 PM
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